Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration
Nice Kenneth. I love those horns, hope to get one myself. Sorry to hear you've been ill, Ken, I hope you are keeping a positive attitude because that is very important and beneficial. I am sorry your mom had to go to an assisted living facility, but it is better for you not to have that burden of taking care of her when you really need to concentrate on taking care of yourself. I hope everything works out and you are able to move closer to care. Take good care John Robles From: Ken aka: OnATorrent onatorr...@yahoo.com To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org; phonol...@yahoogroups.com phonol...@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, April 4, 2014 4:36 AM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration I have 2 of his horns from Peru, Victor smooth Oak and Edison Cygnet Oak and I must say we have made a friendship and we Skype from time to time to keep up. Other than Phono Talk we talk about family stuff and other current events. He has become a friend and I know if I need another wood horn I will order from him once again. Sorry that many of you have not heard from me in a very long time but I am sad to say my illness has progressed, My HIV is in check but I lost about 45 lbs and how have home health coming in helping me 3 days a week and I go to the wood center twice a week. I do read all the Phono-L posting and I am so sad that I missed the last Orlando show. I was so hoping to see many of you and be in my environment once a again. I have gain 8 lbs in the last 3 weeks and now up to 137 lbs but still to then being that I am almost 6'1. I am not shy about talking about this stuff as I, when healthy enough, do speaking about HIV/AIDS in schools and other venues that will have me set up by the International Org. the AIDS Healthcare Foundation. They are now in 27 different countries and growing. The new ACA has me a little worried as much of our specialized care for HIV in Florida is going to a general disease management company and I am sure care will soon start lacking. Just think of a nurse going to see one person for Diabetes then, Cancer, HIV, Pulmonary patents. I think you get the point. Right now I am working to get myself out of my rural mile square home town that is over 120 away from my Doctor and hope to move back to ether Orlando or the Tampa Bay area. I only returned to this area after my father died and my mother had no one to depend on and even knowing this would be a huge risk for my health since there is almost no HIV care any where near her, I still did it for mom. Now that she has been moved to an ALF I can now feel free to escape my Hell from living in this rural small mined town. Moving back up north to Ill, or Wis. is only a dream right now but one day that will come. While being sick I did something I always wanted to do, that is grow out my goatee to a Handlebar Mustache and I must say I love it! The waxing it takes some time but I find enjoyment even in that. It looks so period style with a modern update, it makes me happy and when I look in the mirror, I smile. Here is hoping everyone well wishes and just to let everyone know I am still about and KICKING! Never was one to give up to easy. Take care all, Kenneth Keeton Here is hopping that On Friday, March 28, 2014 11:25 AM, Bill Taney b...@taney.com wrote: Anyone have or have an opinion on these Opera horns from Peru? How are they in terms of a repro compared to what else is available? Also, I am wondering who is the best wizard are restoring the original horn. I have an Opera that came out of a farm auction in MN and the guy was quite handy and tried a go at fixing it. It has the original decals the rest of the horn has at least been lightened and reglued, maybe refinished. It’s not bad, actually the bell looks good from a distance, but it is splitting. The elbo he spray painted brown. Interestingly didn’t touch the rest of the machine, it is completely original and super nice. Thanks Bill ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration
John: I appreciate your work interest in the products. I will be interested in your findings and info. Later Bob -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of john robles Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2014 11:04 PM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration Hi Bob and everyone. I got a lot of pics form Eduardo of the cabinets and horns, they are outstanding. I am creating a Photobucket link so you can check them out, and will also write a post about the pricing etc. John Robles From: Bob Maffit maff...@bresnan.net To: 'Antique Phonograph List' phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2014 7:23 AM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration John: Thanks a lot for the link. I have been wondering about his products / cost etc. Later Bob -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of john robles Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 11:36 PM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration Here is a link to a picture of the Peruvian repro horn and Victor VI matching disc cabinet. This setup was for sale at the last CAPS show for $6500, as I recall. http://s197.photobucket.com/user/john9ten/library/Repro%20horn%20and%20cabinet John From: Bob Maffit maff...@bresnan.net To: 'Antique Phonograph List' phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 8:25 PM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration John: Do you know the price of the: Horn, Vic VI cabinet, and the matching storage cabinet? Later Bob -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of John Robles Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 9:35 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration Hi Bill I have seen the horns from Peru, and they are superb. A friend of mine brings some of the items here, including the Mahogany Victor spearpoint horn and the Victor VI cabinet and matching record cabinet repros. I was astounded to find they were repros. Out of curiosity I ordered a set of cygnet decals from the guy (he also makes digital decals like Glenn does) and they are amazing. He is a very friendly guy and is quick to respond to emails. He speaks very good English. If you are considering one of those horns I would recommend them. John Robles On Mar 28, 2014, at 8:09 AM, Bill Taney b...@taney.com wrote: Anyone have or have an opinion on these Opera horns from Peru? How are they in terms of a repro compared to what else is available? Also, I am wondering who is the best wizard are restoring the original horn. I have an Opera that came out of a farm auction in MN and the guy was quite handy and tried a go at fixing it. It has the original decals the rest of the horn has at least been lightened and reglued, maybe refinished. It’s not bad, actually the bell looks good from a distance, but it is splitting. The elbo he spray painted brown. Interestingly didn’t touch the rest of the machine, it is completely original and super nice. Thanks Bill ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration
Hi Bob and everyone. I got a lot of pics form Eduardo of the cabinets and horns, they are outstanding. I am creating a Photobucket link so you can check them out, and will also write a post about the pricing etc. John Robles From: Bob Maffit maff...@bresnan.net To: 'Antique Phonograph List' phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2014 7:23 AM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration John: Thanks a lot for the link. I have been wondering about his products / cost etc. Later Bob -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of john robles Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 11:36 PM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration Here is a link to a picture of the Peruvian repro horn and Victor VI matching disc cabinet. This setup was for sale at the last CAPS show for $6500, as I recall. http://s197.photobucket.com/user/john9ten/library/Repro%20horn%20and%20cabinet John From: Bob Maffit maff...@bresnan.net To: 'Antique Phonograph List' phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 8:25 PM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration John: Do you know the price of the: Horn, Vic VI cabinet, and the matching storage cabinet? Later Bob -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of John Robles Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 9:35 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration Hi Bill I have seen the horns from Peru, and they are superb. A friend of mine brings some of the items here, including the Mahogany Victor spearpoint horn and the Victor VI cabinet and matching record cabinet repros. I was astounded to find they were repros. Out of curiosity I ordered a set of cygnet decals from the guy (he also makes digital decals like Glenn does) and they are amazing. He is a very friendly guy and is quick to respond to emails. He speaks very good English. If you are considering one of those horns I would recommend them. John Robles On Mar 28, 2014, at 8:09 AM, Bill Taney b...@taney.com wrote: Anyone have or have an opinion on these Opera horns from Peru? How are they in terms of a repro compared to what else is available? Also, I am wondering who is the best wizard are restoring the original horn. I have an Opera that came out of a farm auction in MN and the guy was quite handy and tried a go at fixing it. It has the original decals the rest of the horn has at least been lightened and reglued, maybe refinished. It’s not bad, actually the bell looks good from a distance, but it is splitting. The elbo he spray painted brown. Interestingly didn’t touch the rest of the machine, it is completely original and super nice. Thanks Bill ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration
John: Thanks a lot for the link. I have been wondering about his products / cost etc. Later Bob -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of john robles Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 11:36 PM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration Here is a link to a picture of the Peruvian repro horn and Victor VI matching disc cabinet. This setup was for sale at the last CAPS show for $6500, as I recall. http://s197.photobucket.com/user/john9ten/library/Repro%20horn%20and%20cabinet John From: Bob Maffit maff...@bresnan.net To: 'Antique Phonograph List' phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 8:25 PM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration John: Do you know the price of the: Horn, Vic VI cabinet, and the matching storage cabinet? Later Bob -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of John Robles Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 9:35 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration Hi Bill I have seen the horns from Peru, and they are superb. A friend of mine brings some of the items here, including the Mahogany Victor spearpoint horn and the Victor VI cabinet and matching record cabinet repros. I was astounded to find they were repros. Out of curiosity I ordered a set of cygnet decals from the guy (he also makes digital decals like Glenn does) and they are amazing. He is a very friendly guy and is quick to respond to emails. He speaks very good English. If you are considering one of those horns I would recommend them. John Robles On Mar 28, 2014, at 8:09 AM, Bill Taney b...@taney.com wrote: Anyone have or have an opinion on these Opera horns from Peru? How are they in terms of a repro compared to what else is available? Also, I am wondering who is the best wizard are restoring the original horn. I have an Opera that came out of a farm auction in MN and the guy was quite handy and tried a go at fixing it. It has the original decals the rest of the horn has at least been lightened and reglued, maybe refinished. It’s not bad, actually the bell looks good from a distance, but it is splitting. The elbo he spray painted brown. Interestingly didn’t touch the rest of the machine, it is completely original and super nice. Thanks Bill ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration
Don Gfell in Ohio does excellent work - http://www.edisonman.com/ Bill Taney wrote: Anyone have or have an opinion on these Opera horns from Peru? How are they in terms of a repro compared to what else is available? Also, I am wondering who is the best wizard are restoring the original horn. I have an Opera that came out of a farm auction in MN and the guy was quite handy and tried a go at fixing it. It has the original decals the rest of the horn has at least been lightened and reglued, maybe refinished. It’s not bad, actually the bell looks good from a distance, but it is splitting. The elbo he spray painted brown. Interestingly didn’t touch the rest of the machine, it is completely original and super nice. Thanks Bill ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org . ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration
Anyone have or have an opinion on these Opera horns from Peru? How are they in terms of a repro compared to what else is available? Also, I am wondering who is the best wizard are restoring the original horn. I have an Opera that came out of a farm auction in MN and the guy was quite handy and tried a go at fixing it. It has the original decals the rest of the horn has at least been lightened and reglued, maybe refinished. It’s not bad, actually the bell looks good from a distance, but it is splitting. The elbo he spray painted brown. Interestingly didn’t touch the rest of the machine, it is completely original and super nice. Thanks Bill ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration
Hi Bill I have seen the horns from Peru, and they are superb. A friend of mine brings some of the items here, including the Mahogany Victor spearpoint horn and the Victor VI cabinet and matching record cabinet repros. I was astounded to find they were repros. Out of curiosity I ordered a set of cygnet decals from the guy (he also makes digital decals like Glenn does) and they are amazing. He is a very friendly guy and is quick to respond to emails. He speaks very good English. If you are considering one of those horns I would recommend them. John Robles On Mar 28, 2014, at 8:09 AM, Bill Taney b...@taney.com wrote: Anyone have or have an opinion on these Opera horns from Peru? How are they in terms of a repro compared to what else is available? Also, I am wondering who is the best wizard are restoring the original horn. I have an Opera that came out of a farm auction in MN and the guy was quite handy and tried a go at fixing it. It has the original decals the rest of the horn has at least been lightened and reglued, maybe refinished. It’s not bad, actually the bell looks good from a distance, but it is splitting. The elbo he spray painted brown. Interestingly didn’t touch the rest of the machine, it is completely original and super nice. Thanks Bill ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration
Hi Bill, I would have the original horn restored. The man to do it is Don Gfell. He restores wooden horns and makes new ones. A couple of years ago, he made a spruce horn for my Edison Idealia. Harvey Kravitz On Friday, March 28, 2014 10:47 AM, John Robles john9...@pacbell.net wrote: Does Don do exact repro horns?? I have seen some of his horns that are fanciful and pretty, but does he do spearpoints etc?? John On Mar 28, 2014, at 10:00 AM, Darrell Lehman nickja...@gmail.com wrote: Don Gfell in Ohio does excellent work - http://www.edisonman.com/ Bill Taney wrote: Anyone have or have an opinion on these Opera horns from Peru? How are they in terms of a repro compared to what else is available? Also, I am wondering who is the best wizard are restoring the original horn. I have an Opera that came out of a farm auction in MN and the guy was quite handy and tried a go at fixing it. It has the original decals the rest of the horn has at least been lightened and reglued, maybe refinished. It’s not bad, actually the bell looks good from a distance, but it is splitting. The elbo he spray painted brown. Interestingly didn’t touch the rest of the machine, it is completely original and super nice. Thanks Bill ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org . ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration
To the best of my knowledge, he does exact ones. He made a spruce horn for my Edison Idelia that is an exact copy. The unfinished horn was sent to Steve Farmer who finished the horn and applied Greg Cline decals. It is indistinguishable to the original except it's newer looking. The whole machine was restored, so the horn matches everything with the Idelia. Harvey Kravitz On Friday, March 28, 2014 1:08 PM, harvey kravitz harveykrav...@yahoo.com wrote: Hi Bill, I would have the original horn restored. The man to do it is Don Gfell. He restores wooden horns and makes new ones. A couple of years ago, he made a spruce horn for my Edison Idealia. Harvey Kravitz On Friday, March 28, 2014 10:47 AM, John Robles john9...@pacbell.net wrote: Does Don do exact repro horns?? I have seen some of his horns that are fanciful and pretty, but does he do spearpoints etc?? John On Mar 28, 2014, at 10:00 AM, Darrell Lehman nickja...@gmail.com wrote: Don Gfell in Ohio does excellent work - http://www.edisonman.com/ Bill Taney wrote: Anyone have or have an opinion on these Opera horns from Peru? How are they in terms of a repro compared to what else is available? Also, I am wondering who is the best wizard are restoring the original horn. I have an Opera that came out of a farm auction in MN and the guy was quite handy and tried a go at fixing it. It has the original decals the rest of the horn has at least been lightened and reglued, maybe refinished. It’s not bad, actually the bell looks good from a distance, but it is splitting. The elbo he spray painted brown. Interestingly didn’t touch the rest of the machine, it is completely original and super nice. Thanks Bill ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org . ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration
Bill: I agree, I have had Don do work on a couple of horns and they are great! Later Bob -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of harvey kravitz Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 1:06 PM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration Hi Bill, I would have the original horn restored. The man to do it is Don Gfell. He restores wooden horns and makes new ones. A couple of years ago, he made a spruce horn for my Edison Idealia. Harvey Kravitz On Friday, March 28, 2014 10:47 AM, John Robles john9...@pacbell.net wrote: Does Don do exact repro horns?? I have seen some of his horns that are fanciful and pretty, but does he do spearpoints etc?? John On Mar 28, 2014, at 10:00 AM, Darrell Lehman nickja...@gmail.com wrote: Don Gfell in Ohio does excellent work - http://www.edisonman.com/ Bill Taney wrote: Anyone have or have an opinion on these Opera horns from Peru? How are they in terms of a repro compared to what else is available? Also, I am wondering who is the best wizard are restoring the original horn. I have an Opera that came out of a farm auction in MN and the guy was quite handy and tried a go at fixing it. It has the original decals the rest of the horn has at least been lightened and reglued, maybe refinished. It’s not bad, actually the bell looks good from a distance, but it is splitting. The elbo he spray painted brown. Interestingly didn’t touch the rest of the machine, it is completely original and super nice. Thanks Bill ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org . ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration
I'll try and find it, and the pics I have too. From: Bob Maffit maff...@bresnan.net To: 'Antique Phonograph List' phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 8:25 PM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration John: Do you know the price of the: Horn, Vic VI cabinet, and the matching storage cabinet? Later Bob -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of John Robles Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 9:35 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Opera Horn from Peru and Opera horn restoration Hi Bill I have seen the horns from Peru, and they are superb. A friend of mine brings some of the items here, including the Mahogany Victor spearpoint horn and the Victor VI cabinet and matching record cabinet repros. I was astounded to find they were repros. Out of curiosity I ordered a set of cygnet decals from the guy (he also makes digital decals like Glenn does) and they are amazing. He is a very friendly guy and is quick to respond to emails. He speaks very good English. If you are considering one of those horns I would recommend them. John Robles On Mar 28, 2014, at 8:09 AM, Bill Taney b...@taney.com wrote: Anyone have or have an opinion on these Opera horns from Peru? How are they in terms of a repro compared to what else is available? Also, I am wondering who is the best wizard are restoring the original horn. I have an Opera that came out of a farm auction in MN and the guy was quite handy and tried a go at fixing it. It has the original decals the rest of the horn has at least been lightened and reglued, maybe refinished. It’s not bad, actually the bell looks good from a distance, but it is splitting. The elbo he spray painted brown. Interestingly didn’t touch the rest of the machine, it is completely original and super nice. Thanks Bill ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
